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A bloody nose, a last hurrah for friends, and more prom memories you shared with us
by Mansee Khurana
We asked for your favorite prom night memories. Here's what you shared.
COVID-19 Affects New York City Schools, Nation's Largest District
The coronavirus is taking a toll on New York City, including educators. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to New York City Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza about how the virus is affecting the district.
Unprecedented COVID-19 Pandemic Tests Governors' Mettle
by Bente Birkeland
Governors are questioning how to balance public safety with states' financial welfare during the coronavirus outbreak. We spent the day with Gov. Jared Polis, Democrat from Colorado.
Dr. Birx Is A Prominent Figure On White House Coronavirus Task Force
by Jason Beaubien
One of the regulars at the briefings from the White House Coronavirus Task Force is Dr. Deborah Birx. We profile the woman who is very well known in the world of public health and HIV.
$2 Trillion Coronavirus Package Has Built-In Accountability Steps
by Tim Mak
The House votes Friday on the $2 trillion coronavirus economic relief package. The bill creates an accountability committee to conduct investigations and audits of where the funds are being used.
In Beijing, There Are Small Signs That Brighter Days Are Ahead
China's government is beginning to lift restrictions that were in place during the height of the coronavirus outbreak. So how do residents feel as life slowly starts to return to normal?
Survey: Working From Home Has Rewards The Office Can't Offer
Stay-at-home workers reveal some benefits: 44% say they have changed temporarily into business attire for a video meeting, while 12% admit to switching off their cameras due to a lack of clothing.
Crosswalk On Beatles Album Cover Gets A Touch Up
Over the years, lines on the iconic crosswalk on London's Abbey Road have faded. So many people have dodged traffic to recreate that famous photo. With the city on lockdown, workers could paint it.
Asian Americans Are Blamed By Some For COVID-19 Outbreak
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Russell Jeung, professor of Asian American Studies at San Francisco State University, about harassment of Asian Americans during the coronavirus pandemic.
Can Amazon Meet Customer Demand And Keep Its Workforce Safe?
NPR's Noel King talks to Jay Carney, Amazon's senior VP of global corporate affairs, about the company's growing role during the COVID-19 outbreak, and whether it can keep its workers safe.
Doctor To The Homeless Practices What She Calls Street Medicine
Social distancing is difficult to practice in crowded homeless shelters. One doctor is working to increase awareness among this population and ensure health care service are provided.
News Brief: Next Phase Coronavirus Guidelines, $2 Trillion Rescue Measure
President Trump wants lower risk areas in the U.S. to resume business as usual as soon as possible. And, the House is set to pass the largest emergency relief package in U.S. history.